Purple Thursday honors survivors of domestic violence. Tonight, we've lit the Frederick Douglass Memorial Bridge to illuminate their stories, champion their advocacy, and signal our unity.

During Youth Justice Action Month, OVSJG staff wore orange as a symbol to advocate for resources that strengthen families, schools, and community based programs! #YJAM2025 #UnitedforHealingNotHarm

Today, OVSJG kicked off FY26 with our annual grantee orientation. We look forward to working with our new and returning partners to support victims of crime and returning citizens! #SaferStrongerDC

Thank you DCDISB for inviting OVSJG and grantee Community Family Life Services to participate in your “Avoiding Financial Dependence” webinar during Domestic Violence Awareness Month. We shared insights and resources to help women who may be experiencing intimate partner violence! #SaferStrongerDC

Thank you to our partners who tabled during our FY26 Grantee Orientation! The grantees were informed about services and resources offered through a variety of DC government agencies!

OVSJG attended grantee Voices For A Second Chance Train Our Voices participant graduation! The 33 week program is tailored to support returning citizens as they rebuild their lives. We are so proud of the graduates & glad that we are able to support the work of this organization!

If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence, please contact the DC Victim Hotline by phone/text at 1-844-443-5732 or chat at DCvictim.org #DVAM25 #SaferStronger25

We are declaring a limited juvenile curfew in Washington, DC. Effective immediately, all juveniles under the age of 18 are subject to a curfew from 11PM until 6AM, which will extend through 11/5. This is in response to several weeks of disorderly juvenile behavior which

⭐️JOIN US TO TAKE THE PLEDGE ⭐️ We're coming together as a community to commit to look out for neighbors experiencing homelessness during hypothermia season. ➕ Hot food, warming items, and other resources for individuals experiencing homelessness

Director Porter attended the American Public Health Association 2025 annual meeting where she met with other national public health leaders! They discussed public health topics that impact residents locally and nationally. #APHA2025 #publichealth

Heads up DC! Curfew for all youth age 17 and under goes into effect citywide at 11:00 p.m. seven days a week. Have questions about curfew enforcement, and exempted activities? Visit: mpdc.dc.gov/curfew

Due to expected low temperatures, DC will be under a Cold Alert from 8 PM today, 11/13 until 9 AM tomorrow, 11/14. Overnight, temperatures will reach a low of 31 degrees. Find shelter and other assistance at cold.dc.gov

OVSJG is excited that we were invited back to join DC Police Department Community Engagement Academy’s fall cohort to discuss our agency’s mission and how we develop, fund, and coordinate programs that improve public safety. #SaferStrongerDC

Director Porter attended George Washington University Hospital’s annual Trauma Survivors Day honoring survivors and the EMS & hospital professionals who cared for them! #SaferStrongerDC

OVSJG staff attended the 2025 Community Safety Convening with the theme of “Beyond the moment: Pathways to Peace & Recovery”. Community organizations came together to discuss the best practices to support victims/survivors. #SaferStrongerDC

OVSJG was proud to be on the Smart Cities Connect panel discussing innovation in uncertain times. National leaders gathered to discuss how adaptive leadership, connected infrastructure, and community trust comes to life in practice.

DC will remain under a Cold Alert from 9 AM today, 12/01 until 9 AM tomorrow, 12/02. Temperatures could reach a low of 31 degrees, with the first snow of the season possible overnight. ❄️ Stay safe outside and visit cold.dc.gov for information on shelters.

If you or someone you know is a victim of a crime, please contact the DC Victim Hotline by phone/text at 1-844-4HELPDC (844-443-5732) or chat at DCvictim.org for info and support services. #saferstrongerDC

Thank you Director Ross who is the 71st DCONEFUND chair and Chief Risk Officer at the Office of Risk Management for coming to speak with OVSJG staff to encourage them to submit a pledge that would help residents through community based organizations!

OVSJG is proud to develop, fund, and coordinate programs that improve public safety; enhance the administration of justice; and create systems of care for crime victims, youth, and their families in the District. #communityhealing #survivorcentered